Jewell K. Ludwig Obituary (1927

Jewell K. Ludwig, 96, of Bloomington, passed away on Monday, October 16, 2023 at her home, with her devoted family by her bedside. Her funeral will be held at 12noon on Tuesday, October 24, 2023 at Carmody-Flynn Funeral Home, Bloomington, where visitation will begin at 11am. Interment will immediately follow services at Park Hill Cemetery, Bloomington. She was born July 19, 1927 in Peosta, IA, daughter of Francis and Pauline Breitbach Halliday. She married Wilbur A. Ludwig. Surviving are three daughters, Stephanie Weller, Bloomington, Lory Pham, Pekin and Marlene (Keith) Woodruff, Bloomington; one son, Wilbur C. "Buddy" (Dawn) Ludwig, Bloomington and eleven grandchildren, Robert Ausili, Natalie Williams, Nina Sorenson, Nick Williams, Megan Weller, Julie Pham, Angela Pham, Chad Woodruff, Keith Woodruff Jr, Stormy Ludwig and Alex Ludwig. Also surviving are 11 great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by three sisters, Pauline Halliday "Little Pauline", Mary Alice Bayless and Madonna Rice. Jewell was employed at State Farm Insurance and at Illinois State University. Jewell was a loving mother and grandmother and a wonderful homemaker. She enjoyed the holidays and gatherings with her family. Her holiday decorations were spectacular. Jewell was a devout Catholic and loved her faith. She cherished her Irish heritage. Jewell was very proud of her doll collection and was an expert in the origin and value of antique dolls. She never quit learning. Jewell taught herself French, was a voracious reader, and until her final days, spent hours doing word puzzles. Most of all, Jewell was kind, considerate, and caring. As a sign of affection, Jewell would "blow you a kiss" when you departed her home. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Midwest Affiliate. To express condolences online, please visit www.carmodyflynn.com.